qlc+ ☆

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Description:
Control DMX or analogue lighting systems

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 5.2.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Multimedia

Tags: lighting dmx stage-control artnet midi qt

Install: brew install --cask qlc+

About:
Q Light Controller+ (QLC+) is a cross-platform, open-source lighting control application designed for managing DMX512, ArtNet, and analogue lighting systems. It provides a flexible virtual console with support for universes, channels, and complex show programming. The software is highly extensible via plugins, making it suitable for both hobbyists and professional stage technicians.

Key Features:

Cross-platform (Linux, macOS, Windows) with a Qt-based UI
Support for DMX512, ArtNet, OSC, and MIDI inputs
Virtual console with desks, faders, and buttons
Fixture editor and profile management
Plugin-based architecture for universes and inputs

Use Cases:

Stage and theatre lighting control
DJ and live event lighting management
Architectural and venue automation

Alternatives:

Enttec DMX USB Software – Proprietary tools often tied to specific hardware; QLC+ is open-source and hardware-agnostic.
Chroma-Q Vista – Professional console software with licensing costs; QLC+ is free and community-driven.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Feb 8, 2026 6:51pm	5.2.0	0	VERSION_BUMP	afdc43f4
Jan 5, 2026 10:56pm	5.1.0	0	VERSION_BUMP	d649ce61